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"CD/Multimedia"

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"Music collection"

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Open "Options".

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"Free memory"

Music collection

Backing up the music collection

The entire music collection can be stored on a
USB medium. Make sure there is enough free
memory capacity on the USB device.
Depending on the number of tracks, backing up
the music collection may take several hours.
Therefore, it is best to perform the backup dur-
ing a long trip.

1.

Start the engine.

2.

Connect the USB medium to the USB inter-
face in the glove compartment, refer to
page

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"CD/Multimedia"

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"Music collection"

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Open "Options".

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"Music data import/export"

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"Backup music on USB"

Restoring the music collection in the
vehicle

When storing from the USB device, the
music collection existing in the vehicle is

replaced.

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"CD/Multimedia"

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"Music collection"

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Open "Options".

4.

"Music data import/export"

5.

"Restore music from USB"

Deleting the music collection

1.

"CD/Multimedia"

2.

"Music collection"

3.

Open "Options".

4.

"Delete music collection"

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Summary of Contents for 128I

Page 1: ...The Ultimate Driving Machine Owner s Manual for Vehicle Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 2: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 3: ...nd instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW s unique range of technical fea tures The manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to main taining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service life This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Informa tion Booklet for US models or...

Page 4: ... excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English II 11 03 11 450 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 5: ...ving tips 116 Things to remember when driving Navigation 124 Navigation system 125 Destination entry 134 Destination guidance 141 What to do if Entertainment 144 On off and tone 147 Radio 150 Satellite radio 155 CD DVD player and CD changer 161 Music collection 166 External devices Communications 176 Telephone 188 Office 196 Contacts 198 ConnectedDrive Mobility 206 Refueling 208 Wheels and tires 2...

Page 6: ...the pos sibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle Indicates information that will assist you in gaining the optimum benefit from your vehicle and enable you to care more effectively for your vehicle Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment Marks the end of a specific item of informa tion Indicates special equipment country spe cific equipment and opt...

Page 7: ...e is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards Parts and accessories For your own safety use genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW When you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW and Original BMW Parts you simultaneously acquire the assurance that they have been thoroughly tested by BMW to ensure optimum performance when installed on your vehicle BMW warrants these ...

Page 8: ... warran ties New Vehicle Limited Warranty Rust Perforation Limited Warranty Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty Federal Emissions Performance Warranty California Emission Control System Limited Warranty Detailed information about these warranties is listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models Your vehicl...

Page 9: ...ddition to notifying BMW of North America LLC P O Box 1227 Westwood New Jersey 07675 1227 Telephone 1 800 831 1117 If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your center or BMW of North America LL...

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Page 11: ...ed to familiarize you with your vehicle s operating environment The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems At a glance Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 12: ...ndows 38 3 Opening and closing front windows 37 4 Folding exterior mirrors in and out 51 5 Adjusting exterior mirrors automatic curb monitor 51 6 Parking lamps 94 Low beams 95 Automatic headlamp control 94 Adaptive Light Control 95 High beam Assistant 96 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 13: ...ing wheel Telephone Accepting and ending a call dial ing the selected phone number redialing if no phone number is selected Volume Activating deactivating the voice activation system Changing the radio station Interrupting a traffic bulletin Selecting a music track Scrolling through the redial list Next entertainment source Recirculated air mode 101 14 Steering wheel heating 53 15 Horn entire surf...

Page 14: ...mps 78 7 Display for Position of automatic transmission 59 Gear indicator in 7 gear Sport automatic transmission with double clutch 62 Computer 71 Date of next scheduled service and remaining distance to be driven 74 Odometer and trip odometer 70 High beam Assistant 96 Checking the oil level 217 Settings and information 73 8 Resetting the trip odometer 70 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818...

Page 15: ... on the Control Display e g on the cause of a malfunction and on how to respond via Check Control refer to page 78 In urgent cases this information will be shown as soon as the corresponding lamp comes on Indicator lamps without text messages The following indicator lamps notify you that certain functions are active High beams headlamp flasher 96 Fog lamps 97 Lamp flashes DSC or DTC is regulating ...

Page 16: ...Dashboard 14 Around the center console controls and displays Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 17: ...ent sources 15 Changing Radio station 147 Track 155 17 Controller 16 Can be turned pressed or moved in four directions 18 Buttons on the controller 17 Selecting menus directly 19 Programmable memory keys 21 20 Switching entertainment audio sources on off and adjusting volume 144 21 Ejecting a CD DVD 155 Air distribution to the windshield 100 Air distribution to the upper body area 100 Air distribu...

Page 18: ...may endanger vehicle occupants and other road users by being distracted Controls at a glance Controls 1 Control Display 2 Controller with buttons You can use the buttons to open the menus directly The controller can be used to select the menu items and create settings Move in four directions arrows 3 Turn arrow 4 Push arrow 5 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition f...

Page 19: ...o readiness or beyond refer to page 57 the following message is dis played on the Control Display To hide the message Press the controller The main menu is displayed The message is automatically hidden after approx 10 seconds Opening the main menu Press the button The main menu is displayed All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu Symbol Function MENU Open the main menu RADIO Open t...

Page 20: ... White arrows pointing to the left or right indi cate that additional panels can be opened View of an opened menu When you open a menu generally the panel last selected in this menu is displayed To display the first panel of the menu Move the controller to the left repeatedly until the first panel is displayed Press the menu s button twice on the con troller Open the Options menu Press the button ...

Page 21: ...lighted and then press the controller 3 If necessary move the controller to the left to display Time Date 4 Turn the controller until Time Date is highlighted and then press the controller 5 Turn the controller until Time is high lighted and then press the controller 6 Turn the controller to set the hours and press the controller 7 Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the controller St...

Page 22: ...it screen content 5 Select the desired menu item Symbol Meaning Traffic bulletins switched on HD radio switched on Satellite radio switched on Symbol Meaning Incoming or outgoing call Missed call Reception strength of mobile phone network symbol flashing network search No mobile phone network avail able Bluetooth switched on Roaming active Receiving text message email Checking SIM card SIM card bl...

Page 23: ... brief information press the but ton Displaying detailed information press and hold the button Entering letters and numbers 1 Turn the controller select the letters or numbers 2 Select additional letters or numbers if needed 3 OK confirm entry Switching between letters and numbers Depending on the menu you can switch between entering letters and numbers Switching between uppercase and lowercase le...

Page 24: ...es are continuously compared to the data stored in the vehicle During entry only letters for which there are data are offered Destination search town city names can be entered with the spelling used in any of the languages available on the Control Display Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 25: ...activa tion system is activated If no additional commands are possible con tinue by operating the function via iDrive Finishing voice input Press the button on the steering wheel or Possible commands Most menu items on the Control Display can be spoken as commands The available commands depend on which menu is currently selected on the Control Dis play There are short commands for functions of the...

Page 26: ...ume Turn the volume knob during the spoken instruction to select the desired volume The volume remains the same even if the volume of other audio sources is changed The volume is stored for the remote control currently in use Notes on Emergency Requests Do not use the voice activation system to ini tiate an Emergency Request In stressful situa tions the voice and vocal pitch can change This can un...

Page 27: ...nment Mobility Keep the doors windows glass roof pan oramic glass roof closed to prevent inter ference from ambient noise Avoid ambient noise in the vehicle while speaking Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

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Page 29: ...ide you with information for complete control of your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Controls Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 30: ...loss Personal Profile The concept You can set many of your BMW s functions to suit your personal needs and preferences Without any action on your part Personal Pro file ensures that most of these settings are stored for the remote control currently in use When you unlock the car the remote control used for the purpose is recognized and the set tings stored for it are called up and imple mented Thi...

Page 31: ...mote control Via the door lock In cars with Comfort Access via the han dles on the driver s and front passenger doors In addition if the remote control is used the welcome lamps interior lamps and the door s courtesy lamps are switched on or off The alarm system is also armed or disarmed For further details on the alarm system refer to page 34 Operating from inside By means of the button for centr...

Page 32: ...rtible convenient closing When you are close to the vehicle the remote control for Comfort Access can be used to close the convertible top and windows Press and hold the button The convertible top and the windows are closed Watch during the closing process to ensure that no one is injured Releasing the button interrupts the closing process Switching on interior lamps While the car is locked Press ...

Page 33: ...tegrated key Coupe in vehicles without an alarm system or Comfort Access only the driver s door can be unlocked and locked using the integrated key in the door lock If the car can no longer be locked with a remote control the battery in the remote control is dis charged Use the remote control on an extended trip to recharge the battery refer to page 28 The remote control for Comfort Access contain...

Page 34: ...ndows and glass roof via the door lock Convertible you can operate the windows and convertible top via the door lock Hold the key in the position for unlocking or locking During each closing procedure and when opening the convertible top watch the process and ensure that no one becomes trapped Releasing the key stops the opera tion Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction you can...

Page 35: ...he doors from the inside You should therefore take the remote control with you when you leave the vehicle so that the latter can be opened from outside Trunk lid In order to avoid damage make sure there is sufficient clearance before opening the trunk lid Opening from inside Press the button the trunk lid opens unless it has been locked Opening from outside Press the button see arrow or the button...

Page 36: ...changes e g if an attempt is made to jack it up and steal the wheels or to raise it prior to towing away tilt alarm sensor refer to page 35 When there has been an interruption of power supply from the battery Depending on the market specific version the alarm system briefly signals unauthorized entry attempts by An acoustic alarm Switching on the hazard warning flashers Arming and disarming When y...

Page 37: ...en Falling objects e g tree leaves may trig ger a false alarm refer to Avoiding false alarms Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor may be switched off at the same time This pre vents unintentional alarms e g in the following situations In duplex garages During transport on car carrying trains boats ships or on a trailer When animals are to remain in the veh...

Page 38: ...le window and convertible top operation With the ignition at radio readiness or beyond you can open and close the windows and the convertible top when a remote control is located inside the vehicle Unlocking the trunk lid separately Press the button on the outside of the trunk lid This corresponds to pressing the button If the vehicle detects that a remote con trol has been accidentally left insid...

Page 39: ...e replaced from time to time 1 Take the integrated key out of the remote control refer to page 28 2 Remove the cover 3 Insert the new battery with the plus side fac ing up 4 Press the cover on to close Take the old battery to a recycling center or to your BMW center Windows To prevent injuries watch the windows while closing them Take the remote control out of the ignition when you leave the car o...

Page 40: ...r to Locking on page 36 Pinch protection system If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a power window closes the closing action is interrupted and the window reopens slightly Despite the pinch protection system check and clear the window s travel path prior to closing it otherwise the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstruc tions such as thin objects and the window wo...

Page 41: ...ge 29 or 32 For information on Con venient closing with Comfort Access refer to Locking on page 36 After switching off the ignition When the remote control is removed or the igni tion is switched off you can still operate the roof for approx 1 minute as long as no door has been opened Pinch protection system If the glass roof encounters an obstruction dur ing closing from approximately the middle ...

Page 42: ...the vehicle is parked The closed convertible top not only pro tects the vehicle interior from damage due to unforeseen bad weather but also pro vides a certain degree of protection against theft However even when the top is closed valuables should only be stored in the locked cargo area Do not mount any roof rack systems on the convertible top If the top is opened while it is wet e g after driving...

Page 43: ... engine is running Prior to closing the convertible top check for and remove all debris from the windshield frame otherwise the closing of the top may be hampered 1 Push button closing the convertible top 2 Push button open convertible top 3 LEDs The side windows move down when the convertible top is opened Operating while driving You can open or close the convertible top while driving as long as ...

Page 44: ... convertible top box cover cannot be locked if there is an electrical defect and would then open while the vehicle is in motion Incorrect handling can result in damage Closing the convertible top manually should be performed by two people The rear seats must not be occupied Before closing 1 Open the trunk lid 2 Take the screwdriver out of the onboard vehicle tool kit refer to page 227 3 If the con...

Page 45: ...wrench and insert the wrench into the opening provided 9 Turn the Allen wrench all the way to the left arrow 7 until the front convertible top frame is locked to the windshield frame The rear convertible top frame is automatically pressed down onto the convertible top box cover and is sealed tight under tension The closing procedure must be fully com pleted otherwise injury or damage may occur Ple...

Page 46: ...ind deflector in place arrow 5 6 Fold up the top section of the wind deflec tor arrow 6 With the wind deflector installed do not recline the front seat backrests too far if the seat is to be slid all the way back as this would damage the wind deflector Removing the wind deflector Proceed in the reverse order as used for instal lation Folding Slide the red release lever towards the middle of the wi...

Page 47: ...e fully excluded depending on the circum stances The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensi tive individuals This effect is usually only tem porary For airbag locations and additional information on airbags refer to page 90 Head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident Adjust the head restrain...

Page 48: ... damaged safety belts on page 51 Manual adjustment Observe the adjustment instructions above to ensure the best possible per sonal protection Longitudinal direction Pull lever 1 and slide the seat to the desired position After releasing the lever move the seat gently forward or back to make sure it engages prop erly Height Pull lever 2 and apply your weight to the seat or lift it off as necessary ...

Page 49: ...tain a relaxed upright sitting position Increase or decrease curvature press the switch at the front or rear respectively Shift curvature up or down press the switch at the top or bottom respectively Backrest width You can change the width of the backrest to suit your individual preferences by adjusting the lat eral support pads Press the front or rear end of the switch Backrest width decreases or...

Page 50: ...close as possible to the back of the head Front seats Height adjustment To raise pull up To lower press the button arrow 1 and slide the head restraint down Removing 1 Pull up as far as it will go 2 Press the button arrow 1 and pull the head restraint all the way out Rear seats Coupe height adjustment To raise pull up To lower press the button arrow 1 and slide the head restraint down Convertible ...

Page 51: ...e driving off engage both seats and back rests so that they are locked in place Other wise there is a risk of an accident due to unex pected movement Seat with electrical longitudinal adjustment Easy entry The easy entry feature includes a memory func tion for the longitudinal adjustment and back rest angle 1 Pull lever 1 and swing the backrest forward 2 Press the front end 2 of the switch until t...

Page 52: ...l up Do not call up the memory while you are driving otherwise unexpected seat movement could result in an accident Comfort function 1 Unlock and open the driver s door or switch on radio readiness refer to page 57 2 Briefly press the desired memory button 1 or 2 The adjusting procedure is halted when you touch a seat adjustment switch or one of the memory buttons Safety feature 1 Close the driver...

Page 53: ...s work done only by your BMW center or at a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor respondingly trained personnel Otherwise it is not guaranteed that the safety devices will func tion properly Mirrors Exterior mirrors The front passenger s mirror is more con vex than the driver s mirror The objects seen in the mirror are closer than they appear Do not gauge your distance f...

Page 54: ... at night Interior and exterior mirrors automatic dimming feature The automatic dimming feature of the interior and exterior mirrors is controlled by two photo cells in the interior rearview mirror One photo cell is in the mirror frame see arrow the other is on the back of the mirror In order to ensure that the system functions correctly keep the photo cells clean do not cover the area between the...

Page 55: ...e force to swing the lever back up otherwise the mechanism will be damaged Steering wheel heating Press the button The LED in the button lights up when the steer ing wheel heating is switched on Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 56: ...instructions when selecting installing and using child restraint systems Otherwise the protective effect may be dimin ished Standard child restraint systems are designed to be secured with a lap belt or with the lap belt section of a lap and shoulder belt Incorrectly or improperly installed child restraint systems can increase the risk of injury to children Always follow the installation instructi...

Page 57: ...ng the child seat pull the belt out of the area for the child restraint fixing system Ensure that both lower LATCH anchors are correctly engaged and that the child restraint system is resting firmly against the backrest otherwise the protective function of the seat may be compromised Coupe rear seats The anchor points for the lower LATCH anchors are located behind the labeled protec tive caps Conv...

Page 58: ...he child restraint system in the event of an accident 1 Direction of travel 2 Head restraint 3 Hook for upper retaining strap 4 Anchor 5 Rear window shelf 6 Seat backrest 7 Upper retaining strap of child restraint sys tem If necessary fold the head restraints upward before use 1 Push the head restraint upward 2 Guide the upper retaining strap between the head restraint holders 3 Use the hook to cl...

Page 59: ...Start Stop button Pressing the Start Stop button switches radio readiness or the ignition on or off Manual transmission if you press the Start Stop button and depress the clutch the engine starts Automatic transmission and Sport automatic transmission with double clutch if you press the Start Stop button and depress the brake pedal the engine starts Radio readiness Individual electrical consumers ...

Page 60: ...s the clutch and shift into neutral 3 Press the Start Stop button The starter operates automatically for a certain time and stops automatically as soon as the engine has started Automatic transmission Remote control in the ignition lock or with Comfort Access inside the vehicle refer to page 35 1 Depress the brake 2 Move the selector lever to position P 3 Press the Start Stop button The starter op...

Page 61: ...ly upwards press the button and lower the lever In exceptional cases if the parking brake has to be used to slow or stop the car do not pull the lever up too hard In doing so con tinuously press the button of the parking brake lever Otherwise excessive force on the parking brake can lock up the rear wheels and cause the rear of the car to swerve To prevent corrosion and one sided brak ing action o...

Page 62: ... lever will refuse to move shiftlock To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a driving position depress the brake until you are ready to start A lock prevents you from inadvertently engag ing selector lever positions R and P To cancel the lock press the button on the front of the selector lever see arrow P Park Select this only when the vehicle is stationary The transmission locks to...

Page 63: ...l The shift paddles allow you to shift gears quickly since both hands can remain on the steering wheel When you use the shift paddles on the steering wheel to shift gears in automatic mode the transmission switches to manual mode If you do not accelerate or shift gears using the shift paddles for a certain amount of time the transmission switches back to automatic mode If the selector lever is in ...

Page 64: ...rottle application System limitations The 7 gear Sport automatic transmission with double clutch has an overheating protection that protects the clutch from extreme loads The indicator lamp lights up in yellow if the transmission becomes too warm Avoid high engine loads and frequent accelerations from zero If the transmission is overheated the indicator lamp lights up in red and the power flow to ...

Page 65: ... the remote control is in the ignition lock refer to page 57 As soon as you remove the remote control from the ignition lock then the transmission is shifted into P R Reverse Select this only when the vehicle is stationary N Neutral You can select this in a car wash for example The vehicle can roll After the engine is switched off the trans mission remains in N if you leave the remote control in t...

Page 66: ...elector lever toward the rear To downshift push it toward the front Using the shift paddles on the steering wheel You can also shift manually using two shift pad dles on the steering wheel The shift paddles allow you to shift gears quickly since both hands can remain on the steering wheel When you use the shift paddles on the steering wheel to shift gears in automatic mode the transmission switche...

Page 67: ...lector lever until the sleeve is inside out 3 Using the allen wrench from the tool kit refer to page 227 rotate the cover until it reaches the stop arrow 1 and remove arrow 2 4 Insert allen wrench into the opening arrow 1 5 Rotate allen wrench until it reaches the stop arrow 2 The parking lock is unlocked Do not turn allen wrench in the oppo site direction otherwise you may damage the mechanism 6 ...

Page 68: ...oored 7 The upshifting occurs automatically as long as you keep the accelerator pedal pressed past the resistance point Launch Control will be ready for use again after you drive a certain distance Launch Control is not available for use during the break in phase refer to page 116 To maintain driving stability keep DSC activated whenever possible Turn signals headlamp flasher 1 High beams 2 Headla...

Page 69: ... the rainfall The rain sensor is mounted on the windshield directly in front of the interior rearview mirror Activating intermittent wipe or rain sensor Press the button arrow 3 The LED in the but ton lights up Setting speed for intermittent wipe or sensitivity of the rain sensor Turn the thumb wheel 5 Deactivating intermittent wipe or rain sensor Press the button again arrow 3 The LED goes out De...

Page 70: ...ters Cruise control The concept You can use the cruise control feature begin ning at approx 20 mph 30 km h The car then stores and maintains the speed that you specify using the lever on the steering column Do not use cruise control when driving at constant speed is prevented by adverse conditions e g winding roads dense traffic or poor road conditions due to e g snow rain ice or loose surfaces Ot...

Page 71: ...d When the clutch of the manual transmission is engaged or the transmission is shifted into neutral When the automatic transmission selector lever is moved into the neutral position N When the selector lever of the Sports auto matic transmission with double clutch is moved into the neutral position N When the vehicle travels faster or slower than the set speed for an extended period e g when the a...

Page 72: ...yed temperature falls to approx 377 36 a signal sounds and a warning lamp lights up There is an increased risk of black ice Black ice can also form at temperatures above 377 36 You should there fore drive carefully on bridges and shaded roads for example otherwise there is an increased risk of an accident Odometer and trip odometer Resetting the trip odometer With the ignition switched on press bu...

Page 73: ...rs on the Control Display and the remaining cruising range is dis played on the computer Under a cruising range of approx 30 miles 50 km the message appears continuously in the Control Display With a dynamic driving style e g rapid corner ing engine functions are not always assured Refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls below 30 miles 50 km otherwise engine functions are not ens...

Page 74: ...ion is calculated for the time during which the engine is running With the trip computer refer to page 73 you can have the average consumption for another trip displayed To reset average fuel consumption press the button in the turn signal high beam lever for approx 2 seconds Current fuel consumption Displays the current fuel consumption This allows you to see whether your current driving style is...

Page 75: ...tton for Selecting display Setting values 2 Button for Confirming selected display or set val ues Calling up computer information 71 3 When the lights are on instrument lighting brightness 98 4 Calling up Check Control 78 5 Checking oil level 217 6 Setting the time 76 7 Setting the date 78 8 Viewing service requirement display 74 Exiting displays The outside temperature reading and the time reappe...

Page 76: ...he ignition The extent of service work required can be read out from the remote control by your BMW Service Advisor For certain maintenance operations you can view the respective distance remaining or due date individually in the instrument cluster 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 57 2 Push button 1 in the turn signal high beam lever up or down repeatedly until the appro priate symbol appear...

Page 77: ...l information on the maintenance regimen on the Control Display 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Service required Required maintenance procedures and legally mandated inspections are displayed You can request more detailed information on every entry Select the entry and press the controller To exit from the menu Move the controller to the left Symbols No service is currently required The deadline...

Page 78: ... exit from the menu Move the controller to the left More information on the BMW Maintenance System can be found on page 221 Automatic Service Request Data regarding the maintenance status or legally mandated inspections of the vehicle are automatically transmitted to your BMW center prior to a service due date You can check when your BMW center was notified 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Option...

Page 79: ... Via iDrive 1 Press the MENU button The main menu is displayed 2 Settings Setting the time 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Time 4 Turn the controller until the desired hours are displayed and then press the controller 5 Turn the controller until the desired minutes are displayed and then press the controller The time is stored Setting the time format 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Format 4 Select the desired f...

Page 80: ...ayed and press the controller 5 Create the necessary settings for the month and year The date is stored Setting the date format 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Format 4 Select the desired format The date format is stored Check Control The concept The Check Control monitors vehicle functions and alerts you to any malfunctions in the sys tems monitored Such a Check Control mes sage includes indicator and w...

Page 81: ...Contact your BMW center Roadside Assistance Contact BMW Roadside Assistance Hiding Check Control messages Press the button on the turn signal high beam lever Some Check Control messages are dis played continuously and remain visible until the malfunction has been rectified If several malfunctions occur at once the messages are displayed consecutively These messages can be hidden for approx 8 secon...

Page 82: ...ou reach this speed This enables you for example to receive warnings if you exceed a speed limit in an urban area You are only warned of reaching this speed a second time if your vehicle speed falls below it again by at least 5 km h Displaying setting or changing the limit 1 Settings 2 Speed 3 Warning at 4 Turn the controller until the desired speed is displayed 5 Press the controller The speed li...

Page 83: ...s 3 Speech mode 4 Select the desired dialog The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Brightness of the Control Display The brightness is automatically adapted to the ambient lighting conditions However you can change the basic setting 1 Settings 2 Control display 3 Brightness 4 Turn the controller until the desired setting is selected 5 Press the controller The setting is sto...

Page 84: ...tone is interrupted after approx 3 seconds If you stop in front of an object that has been detected by only one of the corner sensors If you are driving parallel to a wall Malfunction The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up PDC is malfunction ing A message appears on the Con trol Display Have the system checked To avoid this problem keep the sensors clean and free of ice or snow in ...

Page 85: ...car is about to swerve or if momentum is acting at an angle past the front wheels In these cases DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe course within physical limits by reducing engine output and through braking actions at the indi vidual wheels The laws of physics cannot be repealed even with DSC An appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver Therefore do not reduce t...

Page 86: ...he parking brake for this 1 Hold the car in place by depressing the brake 2 Release the brake and drive off without delay The drive off assistant holds the car in place for approx 2 seconds after the brake is released Drive off without delay after releasing the brake Otherwise the drive off assistant will no longer hold the car in place after approx 2 seconds and the car will start to roll backwar...

Page 87: ...tion by selecting Reset 6 Start driving The initialization is completed during driv ing which can be interrupted at any time When driving resumes the initialization is con tinued automatically Indication of a flat tire The warning lamps come on in yellow and red A message appears on the Control Display In addition a signal sounds There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire pressure 1 Reduce speed...

Page 88: ...ailure of the tire Reduce your speed and bring the vehicle to a stop oth erwise tire components may become detached which could result in an accident Do not continue driving instead contact your BMW center Tire Pressure Monitor TPM The concept Check the inflation pressure in the four installed tires The system notifies you if there is a signif icant loss of pressure in one or more tires Functional...

Page 89: ... 4 Start the engine do not drive away 5 Reset the inflation pressure by selecting Reset 6 Start driving The tires are shown in gray and Resetting TPM is displayed After driving a few minutes the set inflation pressures in the tires are accepted as the target values to be monitored The resetting process is completed automatically as you drive On the Control Display the wheels are shown in green and...

Page 90: ... there is a tire pressure loss the handling characteristics change e g there will be reduced directional stability during braking braking distances will be longer and self steer ing response will change Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate complete failure of the tire Reduce your speed and bring the vehicle to a stop otherwise tire components may become detached which could result ...

Page 91: ...s may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly Active steering T...

Page 92: ...mately half Airbags The following airbags are located under the marked covers 1 Front airbags 2 Coupe head airbags 3 Side airbags in the seat backrests 4 Convertible knee airbags Protective action Observe the adjustment instructions on page 45 to ensure the best possible per sonal protection The front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in which saf...

Page 93: ...iew mirror shows the current status of the front passenger airbags deactivated or activated refer to Status of front passenger air bags below Before transporting a child on the front passenger seat read the safety precau tions and handling instructions under Trans porting children safely refer to page 54 The front and side airbags can also be deacti vated by adolescents and adults sitting in cer t...

Page 94: ...he rollover protection system is activated automatically in the event of an accident a crit ical driving situation an extreme tilt in the car s longitudinal axis or upon loss of ground contact The protection bars behind the rear head restraints deploy within fractions of a second As a supplementary system to the reinforced windshield frame the rollover protection sys tem ensures that the necessary...

Page 95: ...ertible top Do not make any modifications to the individual components of the rollover protection system or its cabling Work on the rollover protection system should only be performed by a BMW center Faulty repair may lead to the failure of the sys tem or malfunctions To check the system and ensure flawless long term operation always observe the service intervals refer to page 74 Online Edition fo...

Page 96: ...matic headlamp control When the switch is in position 3 the low beams are switched on and off automatically depend ing on ambient light conditions e g in a tunnel in twilight or if there is precipitation The Adap tive Light Control is active The LED next to the symbol is illuminated when the low beams are on You can also activate the daytime run ning lights refer to page 95 In the situations descr...

Page 97: ...e Light Control is a variable headlamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface Depending on the steering angle and other parameters the light from the headlamp follows the course of the road In tight curves such as on switchbacks or when turning at speeds up to approx 40 mph 70 km h an additional cornering light is switched on that lights up the area inside the curve Ac...

Page 98: ... benefit of the best possible view You can intervene at any time and switch the high beams on and off as usual Activating the system 1 Turn the light switch to position 3 refer to page 94 2 With the low beams switched on briefly push the turn signal high beam lever in the direction of the high beam The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the high beams are activated The system ...

Page 99: ... in cross traffic or half obscured oncoming traffic on highways In poorly lit towns and cities and in the pres ence of highly reflective signs At low speeds When the windshield in front of the interior rearview mirror is fogged over dirty or cov ered with stickers etc If the sensor is dirty Clean the sensor on the front of the interior rearview mirror using a cloth moistened with a small amount of...

Page 100: ...cally The LEDs for the courtesy lamps are set in the door handles and illuminate the ground in front of the doors To reduce the drain on the battery a few minutes after the radio readiness is switched off refer to Start Stop button on page 57 all lights in the vehicle s passenger compartment are switched off Switching interior lamps on off manually Interior lamps front and rear To switch on and of...

Page 101: ...UTO program 8 Air volume manual adjustment AUTO intensity 9 Display 10 Automatic recirculated air control AUC Recirculated air mode 11 Temperature right side 12 ALL program 13 Defrosting windows and removing conden sation 14 Switching cooling function on off manually 15 Rear window defroster 16 Seat heating right side 50 17 Interior temperature sensor please keep clear 18 Seat heating left side 50...

Page 102: ...he lowest setting regardless of the outside temperature Maximum cooling Press the button The system is set to the lowest temperature maximum air volume and recirculated air mode Air flows out of the vent outlets for the upper body region Open them for this purpose Air is cooled as quickly as possible Above an outside temperature of approx 327 06 When the engine is running AUTO program Press the bu...

Page 103: ... The recirculated air mode should not be used continuously for lengthy periods otherwise the quality of the air inside the car will gradually deteriorate Via the button on the steering wheel You can switch quickly between the recircu lated air mode and the previous mode using a button on the steering wheel refer to page 11 ALL program Press the button The current temperature setting on the driver ...

Page 104: ...r The activated charcoal filter pro vides additional protection by filtering gaseous pollutants from the outside air Your BMW cen ter replaces this combined filter during routine maintenance Parked car ventilation The concept The parked car ventilation provides ventilation to the passenger compartment and lowers its temperature if necessary The parked car ventilation system is operated via iDrive ...

Page 105: ...ess the controller the setting is accepted 7 Turn the controller set the minutes 8 Press the controller the setting is accepted The symbol on the automatic climate Control Display lights up The symbol on the automatic climate Control Display flashes when the system has switched on The respective system is switched on within the next 24 hours only After these have elapsed it must be reactivated Onl...

Page 106: ...vice is compatible with the integrated universal remote control For additional information please contact your BMW center or call 1 800 355 3515 You can also obtain information on the Internet at www homelink com HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls Inc Programming 1 Memory buttons 2 LED Fixed code hand held transmitters 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 57 2 When starting o...

Page 107: ...ve in the section Fixed code hand held transmitters 3 Locate the button on the receiver of the device to be set e g on the drive unit 4 Press the button on the receiver of the device to be set After step 4 you have approx 30 seconds for step 5 5 Press and hold the programmed memory button 1 of the integrated universal remote control for about 3 seconds Repeat this operation if necessary up to thre...

Page 108: ... 9 to 12 seconds set left hand right hand steering 12 to 15 seconds set the language Setting compass zones Set the compass zone corresponding to your vehicle s geographic location so that the com pass can function correctly refer to the world map with compass zones To set the compass zone press the adjustment button for approx 3 4 seconds The number of the compass zone set is shown in the display ...

Page 109: ...and left hand steering Your digital compass is factory set to right hand or left hand steering in accordance with your vehicle Set the language You can set the language of the display Press the adjustment button for approx 12 13 seconds Briefly press the adjustment button again to switch between English E and German O The setting is automatically saved after approx 10 seconds Glove compartment Ope...

Page 110: ...vehicle Compartments are located next to the steering column on the doors and in the center con sole Coupe clothes hooks There are clothes hooks in the rear Items of clothing hung from the hooks must not obstruct the driver s view Do not hang heavy objects from the hooks other wise they could endanger the car s occupants e g in case of heavy braking or sudden swerv ing Cupholders Use lightweight a...

Page 111: ...ignition is switched on you can use electrical devices such as a hand lamp car vacuum cleaner etc if at least one of the following sock ets is available The total load of all sockets should not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts Avoid damaging the sockets by attempting to insert plugs of unsuitable shape or size Cigarette lighter socket To access the socket Open the ashtray at the front and pull out the...

Page 112: ...d down Storagecompartmentsinside the cargo area Depending on your vehicle s equipment the left side trim panel of the luggage compartment will contain a rubber strap for securing small objects such as a folding umbrella The lashing eyes in the cargo area provide you with a way to attach cargo area nets or draw straps for securing suitcases and luggage refer to page 120 Coupe ski bag The ski bag is...

Page 113: ...e ski bag The ski bag can be completely removed e g for faster drying or to allow you to use other inserts 1 Fold down the center panel in the rear seat backrest 2 Pull the handle arrow 1 3 Pull out the insert arrow 2 For more information on the various inserts available contact your BMW cen ter Convertible through loading opening with integrated transport bag The transport bag is designed for saf...

Page 114: ...i bag easier to reach Ensure that the skis are clean when you load them into the transport bag Wrap sharp edges to prevent damage Securing cargo After loading secure the transport bag and its contents Tighten the retaining strap on the tensioning buckle for this purpose Secure the transport bag in the manner described otherwise it could endanger the car s occupants e g in case of heavy brak ing or...

Page 115: ...trols 113 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

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Page 117: ...Driving tips This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions Driving tips Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 118: ...llowing part replacement The same break in procedures should be observed if any of the components mentioned above have to be renewed in the course of the vehicle s operating life Saving fuel The fuel consumption of your vehicle depends on several factors You can lower fuel consump tion and the environmental impact by taking certain measures adjusting your driving style and having the vehicle servi...

Page 119: ...impact Therefore switch these functions off when they are not really needed Have the vehicle serviced Have the vehicle serviced regularly to achieve good economy and a long vehicle life BMW recommends having the vehicle serviced at a BMW center Also note the BMW service sys tem refer to page 221 General driving notes Close the trunk lid Only drive with the trunk closed Failure to do so may endange...

Page 120: ...briefly exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal every few miles Monitor traffic conditions to ensure that this maneuver does not endanger other road users The heat generated in this process helps dry the pads and rotors to ensure that full braking efficiency will then be available when you need it Hills To prevent overheating and the resulting reduced efficiency of the brake system drive long or ...

Page 121: ...e damage to the vehicle and unstable driving conditions may result 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or YYY pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the YYY amount equals 1 400 lbs and there ...

Page 122: ... laws Heavy or hard objects should not be carried loose inside the car since they could be thrown around for example as a result of heavy braking sudden swerves etc and endanger the occu pants Only attach the cargo straps using the lashing eyes shown in the illustration Do not secure cargo with the anchors for tether straps refer to page 55 otherwise these could be damaged Coupe roof mounted lugga...

Page 123: ...hat objects do not project into the opening path of the trunk lid Fasten roof mounted cargo correctly and securely to prevent it from shifting or falling off during the trip Drive smoothly Avoid sudden acceleration and braking maneuvers Take corners gently Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

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Page 125: ...his chapter describes how you can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination Navigation Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 126: ...educe the drain on the battery Only the main functions of the navigation system are available during updating The update is resumed automatically when a trip is continued after an interruption You can inquire as to the status of the update The data are stored in the vehicle After the update the system restarts The medium that holds the navigation data can be removed after the update is com pleted ...

Page 127: ...system assists you with auto matic name completion and entry comparison refer to page 134 This makes it possible to enter different spellings and completes your entry automatically so that stored town city names and street names can be accessed quickly 1 Press the button 2 Navigation 3 Enter address The system also supports you with the follow ing features If you do not enter a street the system w...

Page 128: ...he cross street or the house number If there are several streets with the same name 1 Change to the list of street names 2 Highlight street 3 Select the street Alternative entering street and house number 1 Select Street or displayed street 2 Enter the street the same way you entered the town city 3 House number 4 Select the digits 5 Change to the list of house numbers 6 Select a house number or r...

Page 129: ...ring a destination in the address book Store the destination in the address book after entering the destination 1 Open Options 2 Store as new contact or Add to existing contact 3 Select an existing contact if available 4 Business address or Home address 5 Last name and First name if you wish 6 Store in vehicle Storing the position Your current position can be stored in the address book 1 Navigatio...

Page 130: ... Navigation 2 Last destinations 3 Highlight the destination 4 Open Options 5 Delete entry or Delete all last destina tions Special destinations You can search for a special destination e g a hotel or place of interest and start destination guidance to the corresponding location The scope of information provided depends on the particular set of naviga tion data you are using Opening the search for ...

Page 131: ...the controller toward the left to exit category details 7 Start search A list of the special destinations is dis played 8 Select the special destination Details are displayed If several details are stored then you can scroll through the pages If a phone number is available a connection can be established if desired 9 Select the symbol 10 Start guidance or Add as another desti nation Adding destina...

Page 132: ...rest the search for special destinations is started Specifying the street If the system cannot recognize a street it dis plays one of the following pieces of information A street name in the vicinity The district The coordinates of the destination Interactive map In the interactive map the scale can be adjusted and the visible map section can be shifted In addition pressing the controller makes fu...

Page 133: ...from the system 4 Say the address aloud in the suggested order 5 Continue making the entry as prompted by the system If necessary individually name the separate components of the address e g the town city Entering a town city The town city name can be spoken as a com plete word or spelled With the destination entry menu displayed 1 Press the button on the steering wheel 3 Wait for the system to pr...

Page 134: ... list and highlighted 5 Turn the controller until the intermediate destination is at the desired place in the list 6 Press the controller Starting the trip After entering all intermediate destinations highlight the first destination and say Start guidance For example if the second destination is high lighted at the start of route guidance then the first destination is skipped over The symbol indic...

Page 135: ...nations 4 Select an intermediate destination Edit destination Reposition dest in the trip move the intermediate destination within the list Delete dest in the trip Go to next dest in the trip Some options are not possible for some trips Deleting a stored trip 1 Navigation 2 Stored trips 3 Select the desired trip 4 Open Options 5 Delete all trips or Delete trip Selecting last trip 1 Navigation 2 St...

Page 136: ...iteria can be changed during desti nation entry and during route guidance Street types are part of the navigation data and are taken into account in route plan ning e g avoiding highways The proposed route can differ from per sonal experience The settings are stored for the remote con trol currently in use Route guidance with traffic bulletins refer to page 140 Changing route criteria 1 Navigation...

Page 137: ...formation In the arrow display the recommended lanes of multi lane roads are each marked with a trian gle Filled triangle optimum lane Empty triangle likewise possible lane It can however also be possible to briefly make additional lane changes Displaying the list of route segments If the route guidance has been started then you can display a list of route segments The dis tance to be traveled and...

Page 138: ...struction 1 Navigation 2 Map 3 Highlight the symbol 4 Press the controller twice Adjusting volume for voice instructions The volume can be adjusted only while a voice instruction is being issued 1 Have the last voice instruction repeated if necessary 2 Turn the button during the voice instruction to select the desired volume The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Map view D...

Page 139: ...ing scale 1 Select the symbol 2 Turn the controller to adjust the scale Automatic scaling of the map In the map view facing north turn the controller in any direction until AUTO is displayed as the map scale The map shows the entire range from your loca tion to the destination Settings for the map view The map is shown on the Control Display 1 Open Options 2 Settings Set the optimized map view Day...

Page 140: ...h which it is delivered You may not modify copy scan or use any other method to reproduce duplicate republish transmit or distribute in any way any portion of traffic incident data You agree to indemnify defend and hold harmless BMW of North America LLC BMW NA and Total Traffic Network Inrix Inc and their affiliates against any and all claims damages costs or other expenses that arise directly or ...

Page 141: ...etin if desired Traffic bulletins on the map Traffic conditions gray map active the Con trol Display changes to a grayscale display This enables a better view of the traffic bulletins The day night mode is disregarded in this setting Symbols or special destinations are no longer displayed 1 Navigation 2 Map 3 Open Options 4 Settings 5 Traffic conditions gray map Symbols in the map view Depending o...

Page 142: ...rnate route Detour With particular hazards e g objects on the roadway a message is displayed without a pos sible alternate route It is also possible to take alternate routes can also be taken if the traffic reports are accessed via the list 1 Navigation 2 Map 3 Traffic Info 4 Detour information 5 Detour Dynamic destination guidance The route is automatically changed in the event of traffic obstruc...

Page 143: ...ination data is not contained in the navigation data Choose a destination as close as possible to the original one The letters for a destination cannot be selected during destination entry The stored data do not contain the data of the destination Select a destination that is as close as possible to the original The map view is displayed in grayscale Traffic conditions gray map active the Control ...

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Page 145: ...ertainment Operation of the radio CD equipment and external audio devices as well as their tone settings are described in this chapter Entertainment Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 146: ...can track search Change the radio station Select the track for the CD DVD player CD changer and certain multimedia devices Switching on off To switch the entertainment audio output on or off Press knob 1 next to the CD DVD player This symbol on the Control Display indicates that sound output is switched off The sound output is available for approx 20 minutes after the ignition was switched off For...

Page 147: ...store press the controller Multi channel playback surround You can choose between stereo and multi channel playback surround 1 CD Multimedia Radio or Settings 2 Tone 3 Surround When surround is activated multi channel playback is simulated when playing an audio track in stereo Volume Speed volume volume is adapted depending on the speed PDC volume of the PDC acoustic signal relative to the enterta...

Page 148: ...lume setting 5 To adjust turn the controller 6 To store press the controller Resetting tone settings You can reset all tone settings to the default setting 1 CD Multimedia Radio or Settings 2 Tone 3 Reset Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 149: ...ol currently in use Changing stations Turn the controller and press it or press the button for the corresponding direction or press the buttons on the steering wheel refer to page 10 Selecting a station manually Station selection using the frequency 1 Radio 2 FM or AM 3 Manual 4 Select the frequency turn the controller To store the station press the controller for an extended period Storing statio...

Page 150: ... HD Radio technology is manufactured under license from iBiquity Digital Corp U S and For eign Patents HD Radio and the HD and HD Radio logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiq uity Digital Corp Switching digital radio reception on off 1 Radio 2 FM or AM 3 Open Options 4 HD Radio Reception The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use This symbol is displayed when a station is rec...

Page 151: ...esets It is possible to store up to 40 stations Calling up a station 1 Radio 2 Presets 3 Select the desired station Storing a station The station currently selected is stored 1 Radio 2 Presets 3 Store station 4 Select the desired memory location The list of stored stations is stored for the remote control currently in use You can also store the stations on the program mable memory keys refer to pa...

Page 152: ...ls The Unsubscribed Channels category contains all disabled channels 1 Radio 2 Satellite radio 3 Category 4 Select the Unsubscribed Channels cate gory 5 Select the desired channel The phone number and an electronic serial number ESN are displayed 6 Select the phone number to have the chan nel enabled You can also unsubscribe from the channels via this phone number Unsubscribing from channels 1 Rad...

Page 153: ... entry 1 Radio 2 Satellite radio 3 Set channel 4 Turn the controller until the desired channel is reached and press the controller Storing a channel 1 Radio 2 Satellite radio 3 Select All channels or a desired category 4 Select the desired channel 5 Press the controller again 6 Press the controller again to confirm the highlighted channel 7 Select the desired memory location The channels are store...

Page 154: ...matically stopped when There are incoming and outgoing phone calls The voice activation system is activated Muting function is activated The audio playback continues after a time delay Activating 1 Radio 2 Satellite radio 3 Replay Time shift 4 Automatic time shift Deactivating Automatic time shift Storing favorites Up to 30 favorites can be stored in the favorites list Available favorites are arti...

Page 155: ...es Activating deactivating the favorites Favorites can be activated and deactivated glo bally and individually 1 Satellite radio 2 Manage favorites 3 Select Activate alert or desired favorites The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Deleting favorites 1 Satellite radio 2 Manage favorites 3 Highlight the desired favorite 4 Open Options 5 Delete entry Traffic Jump Traffic and ...

Page 156: ...sit uations such as under certain environmen tal or topographic conditions The satellite radio cannot influence this The signal may not be available in tunnels or underground garages next to tall buildings or near trees mountains or other powerful sources of radio interference Symbol Meaning Information will be broadcast shortly Information is currently being broadcast Online Edition for Part no 0...

Page 157: ...D SVCD Compressed audio files MP3 WMA AAC M4A CD changer CD CD ROM CD R CD RW CD DA Starting playback Via iDrive Fill the CD DVD magazine and insert it refer to page 159 To start playback when a CD DVD is already in the player or changer 1 CD Multimedia 2 CD DVD 3 Select the desired CD or DVD Ejecting a CD DVD Press the button next to the CD DVD player The CD DVD emerges slightly from the drive Au...

Page 158: ... the track If information about a track has been stored it is displayed automatically Artist Album title Number of tracks on the CD DVD Track file name Random sequence playback Random The tracks on the current CD DVD are played once in random sequence 1 CD Multimedia 2 CD DVD 3 Select the desired CD or DVD 4 Open Options 5 Random CDs DVDs with compressed audio files all tracks of the selected dire...

Page 159: ... DVD with video content 4 DVD menu 5 Start the DVD via the DVD menu VCD SVCD 1 CD Multimedia 2 CD DVD 3 Select a CD DVD with video content 4 Select track 5 Select the desired track The CD DVD is started Video menu To open the Video menu 1 Turn the controller during playback 2 Press the controller when Back is dis played The Video menu is displayed In fast forward reverse the speed increases every ...

Page 160: ...language The languages that are available depend on the DVD Subtitles Subtitles can be selected if they are contained on the DVD 1 Turn the controller during playback 2 Open Options 3 Subtitles 4 Select the desired language or Do not dis play subtitles Brightness contrast color 1 Turn the controller during playback 2 Open Options 3 Display settings 4 Brightness Contrast or Color 5 Turn the control...

Page 161: ...D changer for six CDs is behind the left side panel in the cargo area Removing the CD magazine To insert or remove CDs from the CD magazine you must first remove it from the CD changer 1 Push the cover to one side arrow 1 2 Press the button arrow 2 The CD magazine will be ejected Push the magazine back in after at least 2 seconds have passed so that the inserted CDs can be read in again Inserting ...

Page 162: ...be due to one of the following reasons Self recorded CDs DVDs Possible reasons for malfunctions with self recorded CDs DVDs are for example inconsis tent data creation or recording processes or poor quality or old age of the CD DVD blank Only label CDs DVDs on the top with a pen designed for this purpose Damage Avoid leaving fingerprints as well as dust scratches or moisture on the CDs DVDs Keep C...

Page 163: ...009 Gracenote Gracenote Software copyright 2000 2009 Gracenote This product and service may prac tice one or more of the following U S Patents 5 987 525 6 061 680 6 154 773 6 161 132 6 230 192 6 230 207 6 240 459 and 6 330 593 as well as other granted or pending patents Some services supplied under license from Open Globe Inc for U S Patent 6 304 523 Gracenote and CDDB are registered trade marks o...

Page 164: ... storage devices such as USB flash drives or MP3 players with a USB interface Unsuitable devices USB hard drive USB hubs USB memory card readers with multi ple inserts Apple iPod iPhone Music from Apple iPods iPhones can be played via the USB audio interface in the center armrest Music from a USB device can be stored only via the USB interface in the glove compartment 1 Connect the USB device to t...

Page 165: ...s the button on the steering wheel To select a track directly Say the voice command and the name of the desired track in one command Current playback The list of tracks that was generated last by the music search or the album selected last 1 CD Multimedia 2 Music collection 3 Current playback 4 Select the desired track if necessary Top 50 List of the 50 most frequently played tracks 1 CD Multimedi...

Page 166: ...um cannot be renamed while a track from that album is being played 1 CD Multimedia 2 Music collection 3 Highlight the desired album 4 Open Options 5 Rename album 6 Select the letters individually Deleting an album An album cannot be deleted while a track from it is being played 1 CD Multimedia 2 Music collection 3 Highlight the desired album 4 Open Options 5 Delete album Deleting a track and direc...

Page 167: ...a long trip 1 Start the engine 2 Connect the USB medium to the USB inter face in the glove compartment refer to page 107 3 CD Multimedia 4 Music collection 5 Open Options 6 Music data import export 7 Backup music on USB Restoring the music collection in the vehicle When storing from the USB device the music collection existing in the vehicle is replaced 1 CD Multimedia 2 Music collection 3 Open Op...

Page 168: ... on the vehicle loudspeakers Volume The volume of the sound output depends on the audio device If this volume differs markedly from the volume of the other audio sources it is advisable to adjust the volumes Adjusting volume 1 CD Multimedia 2 External devices if applicable 3 AUX front 4 Volume 5 Turn the controller until the desired volume is set and then press the controller USB audio interface a...

Page 169: ... The Apple iPod iPhone menu structure is sup ported by the USB audio interface USB device To protect the USB interface and USB device from mechanical damage connect them with a flexible adapter cable Connect the USB device to the USB interface 2 After initial connection Information about all tracks e g artist or music style and the playlists are imported into the vehicle It can take some time depe...

Page 170: ...t then only select this artist All of the tracks by that artist are then displayed 7 Start play Restarting a track search New search Playback lists To open playback lists 1 CD Multimedia 2 External devices 3 Select the or symbol 4 Playlists Current playback List of tracks currently being played 1 CD Multimedia 2 External devices 3 Select the or symbol 4 Current playback Random play sequence The cu...

Page 171: ...to play music files from external devices e g audio devices or mobile phones Using a mobile phone as an audio source refer to page 166 Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc Sound is output over the vehicle speakers The volume of the sound output depends on the device If necessary change the vol ume setting on the device Up to four external devices can be paired with the vehicle ...

Page 172: ...lar device A device that has already been paired can be connected as an active audio source Connection is not possible if a data exchange is currently taking place via a mobile phone that is connected via Bluetooth Prerequisite If necessary activate the audio connection of the desired device from the list of paired devices 1 CD Multimedia 2 Bluetooth audio 3 Bluetooth audio if applicable 4 Select ...

Page 173: ...available at www bmwusa com bluetooth Suitable mobile phones refer to page 176 Device not supported by vehicle If necessary perform a software update refer to page 172 Device could not be paired or connected Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the device and vehicle match Enter the same passkey on the device and via iDrive Is the passkey input taking longer than 30 seconds Repeat the pairing procedure Ar...

Page 174: ...ate The vehicle supports various external devices depending on the software it is currently using A software update can enable the vehicle to support new mobile phones or new external devices for example Software updates and associated up to date instructions are available on the web page www bmwusa com update Displaying current version The currently installed software is displayed 1 Settings 2 So...

Page 175: ... of the listed software updates are removed Note BMW Assist Office functions and connected devices may be temporarily unavailable during a software update or while restoring to the previ ous version Wait a few minutes until the func tions are available once more Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

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Page 177: ...Communications This chapter describes how to use the telephone BMW Assist and BMW TeleServices Communications Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 178: ...le This assures a better network connection and constant sound quality Suitable mobile phones For precise information about which mobile phones and external devices with a Bluetooth interface are supported by the mobile phone preparation go to www bmwusa com blue tooth Displaying vehicle identification number and software part number Checking which mobile phones are supported by the mobile phone p...

Page 179: ... phone can be accepted refer to page 180 missed calls to the auxiliary phone can be shown in the Control Display Office Contacts appointments tasks notes text messages and emails are imported from the mobile phone into the vehicle Audio source A mobile phone can be used as an audio source Activating deactivating additional functions To use these functions in the vehicle activate them before pairin...

Page 180: ...in the vehicle within a short period of time when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on The phone book entries of the telephone that are stored on the SIM card or the mobile phone are imported into the vehicle once the device is detected depending on the mobile phone Four devices can be paired Specific settings may be necessary in some mobile phones e g authorization or a secure con...

Page 181: ...con nected Is Bluetooth activated in the vehicle and in the mobile phone Activate Bluetooth in the vehicle and in the mobile phone Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the mobile phone and vehicle match Enter the same passkey on the mobile phone and via iDrive Is the passkey input taking longer than 30 seconds Repeat the pairing procedure Are too many Bluetooth devices connected to the mobile phone If so ...

Page 182: ...speaker separately If you have gone through all items in the list and still cannot activate the desired function please check the website www bmw com bluetooth for further notes or contact Customer Relations or a BMW center Operation Adjusting the volume Turn the knob until the desired volume is reached The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use The vehicle automatically adjusts...

Page 183: ...4 Select the symbol It is also possible to enter phone numbers by voice Calls with multiple parties General information It is possible to switch between two calls or to connect two calls to establish a conference call These functions must be supported by the mobile phone and by the service provider Accepting a call while speaking to another party This function may have to be activated by the servi...

Page 184: ...ophone can be muted in active calls 1 Telephone 2 Active calls 3 Microphone mute The muted microphone is automatically acti vated If a new call is made When switching between callers on hold Keypad dialing Use keypad dialing to gain access to network services or to control devices e g to remotely access an answering machine This requires the DTMF code 1 Telephone 2 Select contact from a list or Di...

Page 185: ...bers dialed are dis played The sorting of the phone numbers depends on the mobile phone Dialing the number via iDrive 1 Telephone 2 Redial 3 Select the desired entry and phone number if necessary The connection is established Deleting a single entry or all entries 1 Highlight an entry 2 Open Options 3 Delete entry or Delete list Saving an entry in the contacts 1 Highlight an entry 2 Open Options 3...

Page 186: ...l is automatically switched to hands free mode If the switch does not occur automatically then follow the instructions that appear on the dis play of the mobile phone also refer to the owner s manual of the mobile phone From hands free system to mobile phone Calls being conducted using the hands free system can also be continued using the mobile phone if so desired depending on the mobile phone At...

Page 187: ...e steering wheel Calling Dialing phone numbers The connection to the desired subscriber is established Correcting phone numbers Digit sequences can be deleted after the sys tem has repeated the digits The command can be repeated as often as nec essary Deleting phone number All digits entered up to this point are deleted Redialing Voice phone book Depending on how your vehicle is equipped it may be...

Page 188: ... voice acti vation of the mobile phone is preset and cannot be changed via the Control Display Keep the doors windows glass sunroof and convertible top closed to prevent interference from ambient noise Avoid ambient noise in the vehicle while speaking Snap in adapter Installation location In the center armrest Inserting snap in adapter 1 Press the button and remove the cover 1 Save name 2 Say the ...

Page 189: ...ile phone it may be necessary to remove the protective cap of the antenna connector and from the USB connection of the mobile phone 2 With its buttons facing upward slide the mobile phone up towards the electrical con tact points and press it downward until it engages Removing mobile phone Press the button and remove the mobile phone Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online E...

Page 190: ... be confirmed Time zone time and date refer to page 76 are correctly set on the Control Display and on the mobile phone in order for example to correctly display appointments Office is activated refer to page 177 Updating Data are updated each time the mobile phone is connected to the vehicle Appointments tasks notes and reminders can be updated sepa rately 1 Office 2 Current office Calendar Tasks...

Page 191: ...e naviga tion data stored in the vehicle In this case Correct the address 3 Start guidance or Add as another desti nation Checking the address as a destination An address that is to be used in route guidance must correspond to the navigation data stored in the vehicle The address can be checked to ensure this 1 Select the desired contact and highlight the address 2 Open Options 3 Check as destinat...

Page 192: ... stored in your mobile phone the sorting of names can differ from the sorting selected Displaying contact pictures Pictures stored with contacts are stored in the vehicle when the mobile phone is connected to the vehicle The mobile phone must support this function 1 Office 2 Contacts 3 Open Options 4 Show images The display of all contact pictures is activated or deactivated Deleting contacts Only...

Page 193: ... E mail Only emails from the mobile phone are displayed Services messages Only messages from the BMW Con cierge service and My Info are displayed Text message Only text messages from the mobile phone are displayed Deleting messages Messages from the Concierge service My info and BMW Online can be deleted To delete a message 1 Office 2 Messages 3 Select the desired message 4 Open Options 5 Open Del...

Page 194: ...connection is established Select phone number If the message contains more than one number select the desired number from the list A telephone connection is established Saving an address 1 Select the desired message 2 Open Options 3 Store contact in vehicle Displaying additional information 1 Select the desired message 2 Further information Email Displaying email 1 Office 2 Messages 3 Select the d...

Page 195: ...s and notes can be stored or selected refer to page 194 Reading an appointment aloud Reading an appointment aloud refer to page 194 Tasks Displaying task list Display open tasks that must be completed within the next 90 days 1 Office 2 Tasks Sorting task list 1 Select the top line in the task list 2 To select a sorting criterion Priority Subject Due date Displaying task 1 Select the desired task 2...

Page 196: ...ed Using contact data At a glance Contact data from appointments tasks text messages emails and notes can be stored or selected refer to page Displaying a contact or selecting a phone number 1 Use contact data 2 To display a contact or dial a phone number Select a contact to display a detailed view of the contact Select a phone number to directly estab lish a connection Storing contact data 1 Use ...

Page 197: ...e more than 50 days in the future The tasks have been marked as completed or are more than 90 days in the future Depending on the number of appointments tasks notes and messages stored in the mobile phone not all of them are displayed in the vehicle Appointments or tasks from the mobile phone are not being displayed at the correct time The time zone time or date is incorrectly set in the Control D...

Page 198: ...sses 6 Store if necessary 7 Store contact in vehicle Defining a home address It is possible to store a home address It is listed at the beginning of the contacts 1 Home 2 Create a contact 3 Store contact in vehicle My contacts General information List of all contacts from the vehicle Displaying contacts 1 Contacts 2 My contacts All contacts are listed in alphabetical order Depending on the number ...

Page 199: ...tored in the vehicle The address can be checked to ensure this 1 Select the desired contact and highlight the address 2 Open Options 3 Check as destination 4 Correct and store the address if necessary Selecting name sorting Names can be displayed in different orders 1 My contacts 2 Open Options 3 Display last first name or Display first last name Exporting importing contacts Contacts can be export...

Page 200: ...help you Automatic Emergency Request under cer tain conditions a connection to the BMW Assist Response Center is established after a serious accident If possible the BMW Assist Response Center then speaks with you and takes further steps to help you Enhanced Roadside Assistance BMW Roadside Assistance can be contacted if assistance is needed in the event of a breakdown If possible the vehicle data...

Page 201: ...ormation The Concierge service of BMW Assist will inform you for example about upcoming events filling station or hotels and supplies you with their phone numbers and addresses Many hotels can be booked directly through the BMW Assist Concierge service Use of the Concierge service requires an additional activation by the BMW Assist Response Center Starting the Concierge service 1 BMW Assist or Con...

Page 202: ...prompt by Roadside Assistance and termination of the voice connection Starting BMW Teleservice Help 1 Park the vehicle in a safe place 2 Set the parking brake 3 The engine is running 4 TeleService Help After completion of Teleservice Help a voice connection is established to Roadside Assis tance BMW Online At a glance You can use BMW Online to search the yellow pages License conditions This produc...

Page 203: ...cle Calling Customer Relations Vehicle not equipped with BMW Assist or BMW TeleServices 1 BMW Assist or ConnectedDrive 2 Customer Relations The Customer Relations phone number is dis played If a mobile phone is paired a connec tion is established to Customer Relations Vehicle equipped with BMW Assist or BMW TeleServices 1 BMW Assist or ConnectedDrive 2 Customer Relations 3 Start service Service Re...

Page 204: ...ng BMW TeleServices BMW Assist and BMW Online Update BMW Assist Data transfer The status of the data transfer is displayed 1 BMW Assist or ConnectedDrive 2 Open Options 3 Data transfer Apps At a glance Certain software applications of a suitable mobile phone can be integrated into the vehicle These software applications are displayed on the Control Display They can be operated via iDrive Requireme...

Page 205: ... Display They can be operated via iDrive 1 Connect the mobile phone using the snap in adapter 2 ConnectedDrive 3 PlugIn 4 Activate PlugIn 5 Use the controller to navigate in the dis played functions and select the desired cat egory or track for example Press the button to move one level up or back within the functions of the mobile phone Press the button twice to switch back to the main menu Notes...

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Page 207: ...aintain your car s mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants wheels and tires service maintenance and Roadside Assistance Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 208: ...r flap In the event of a malfunction you can release the fuel filler flap manually 1 Remove the cover from the right hand side wall of the cargo area 2 Pull the button with the fuel pump symbol down The fuel filler flap is released Observe the following when refueling When handling fuels follow the safety instructions provided at filling stations otherwise there is a risk of personal injury or pro...

Page 209: ...ine could be damaged Use high quality brands Field experience has indicated significant dif ferences in fuel quality volatility composition additives etc among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada Fuels containing up to and including 10Ξ eth anol or other oxygenates with up to 2 8Ξ oxy gen by weight that is 15Ξ MTBE or 3Ξ meth anol plus an equivalent amount of cosolvent will ...

Page 210: ...provide all the correct inflation pressures for the specified tire sizes at ambient temperature The inflation pressures apply to the tire sizes approved and tire brands recom mended by BMW a list of these is available from your BMW center For correct identification of the right tire infla tion pressures observe the following Tire sizes for your vehicle Maximum allowable driving speed Tireinflation...

Page 211: ...36 250 Rear 225 45 R 17 91 V 35 240 44 300 Front 215 40 R 18 85 Y 32 220 35 240 Rear 245 35 R 18 88 Y 39 270 42 290 Compact spare wheel T 125 80 R 17 99 M Traveling speeds up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 60 420 Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa Travelingspeedsup to a max of 100 mph 160 km h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the tabl...

Page 212: ...2 220 35 240 Rear 225 45 R 17 91 V 36 250 41 280 Front 215 40 R 18 85 Y 35 240 35 240 Rear 245 35 R 18 88 Y 41 280 41 280 Compact spare wheel T 125 80 R 17 99 M Traveling speeds up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 60 420 with Sport Package 205 55 R 16 91 H M S 32 220 35 240 32 220 39 270 205 50 R 17 89 H M S 32 220 38 260 35 240 42 290 Front 205 50 R 17 89 V 32 220 39 270 Rear 225 45 R 17 91 V 36 250 46...

Page 213: ...ent temperature without Sport Package 205 50 R 17 89 H M S 32 220 38 260 36 250 42 290 Front 215 40 R 18 85 Y 39 270 39 270 Rear 245 35 R 18 88 Y 41 280 41 280 Compact spare wheel T 125 80 R 17 99 M Traveling speeds up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 60 420 with Sport Package 205 50 R 17 89 H M S 32 220 38 260 36 250 42 290 Front 215 40 R 18 85 Y 39 270 39 270 Rear 245 35 R 18 88 Y 41 280 45 310 Compac...

Page 214: ...sed on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov ernment test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1γ times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use how ever and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habi...

Page 215: ... 12 in 3 mm although for example European legisla tion only specifies a minimum tread depth of 0 063 in 1 6 mm At tread depths below 0 12 in 3 mm there is an increased risk of high speed hydroplaning even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface When winter tires wear down past a tread depth of 0 16 in 4 mm they become perceptibly less suitable for winter conditions In the ...

Page 216: ...ommends that you use only wheel and tire combinations that BMW has tested and approved for your particular vehicle Variations in factors such as manufac turing tolerances mean that even wheels and tires with identical official size ratings could actually have different dimensions which could lead to body contact and thus to severe acci dents If non approved wheels and tires are used BMW cannot eva...

Page 217: ...place with as little exposure to light as possible Always protect tires against all contact with oil grease and fuels Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres sure indicated on the sidewall of the tire Swapping wheels between axles BMW advises against swapping wheels between the front and rear axles even if all tires have the same size as this could impair driving characteristics If the tires...

Page 218: ... To avoid damage make sure that the wiper arms are against the windshield before you open the engine compartment Do not open the engine hood before the engine has cooled down otherwise injuries may result Press the release handle and open the hood Closing Close the hood from a height of approx 16 in 40 cm with momentum It must be clearly heard to engage Make sure that the closing path of the hood ...

Page 219: ...s equipped with an electronic oil level monitor For precise measurement and display of the oil level the engine must be at operating tempera ture i e following at least 6 2 miles 10 km of uninterrupted driving You can have the oil level displayed while you are driving or while the vehicle is at a standstill on a level surface and the engine is running Display in the instrument cluster 1 Push butto...

Page 220: ...tem checked as soon as possible Display via iDrive 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Engine oil level Possible messages Engine oil level OK Measurement not possible at this time Measuring engine oil level This can take about 1 minute if the car is at a standstill on a level surface and the engine is running and about 5 minutes while the car is moving If engine oil was added it may take up to 30 mi...

Page 221: ... do so may result in malfunctions or engine dam age The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine Some oil grades may not be available in all countries Approved oil grades Additional information about approved oil grades is available at your BMW center Alternative oil types If approved oils are not available you can add quantities of up to 1 US quart 1 liter of another oil with the...

Page 222: ...to escape then continue turning to open 3 The coolant level is correct if it is between the maximum and minimum marks in the filler neck refer also to the diagram next to the filler neck 4 If the coolant is low slowly add coolant up to the specified level do not overfill 5 Turn the cap until there is an audible click 6 Have the reason for the coolant loss elimi nated as soon as possible Online Edi...

Page 223: ...te control Your vehicle continuously stores service requirement information in the remote control while you are driving Your BMW Service Advi sor can read out this data from the remote con trol unit and propose an optimized mainte nance approach Whenever you take your car in for servicing you should therefore hand your BMW Service Advisor the remote control unit that you last used Make sure that t...

Page 224: ...ally the catalytic converter The warning lamp comes on if the fuel cap is not properly tightened and the OBD system assumes that fuel vapor is escaping Make sure that the fuel cap is cor rectly positioned and close it until it audibly clicks Data memory Your vehicle records data about the operation faults and user settings These data are stored in the vehicle and in extract form in the remote cont...

Page 225: ...rt term and brake discs can corrode Automatic car washes Preference should be given to cloth car washes Do not use high pressure car washes otherwise water may drip into the vehicle around the windows Before driving into a car wash ensure that it is suitable for your BMW Check the following Dimensions of your vehicle refer to page 243 If necessary fold in the outside rearview mirrors refer to page...

Page 226: ...ers Observe local regulations pertaining to washing vehicles by hand Headlamps Do not rub them dry and do not use abrasive or corrosive cleaning agents Loosen dirt e g insects with shampoo or insect remover and wash away with copious quantities of water Thaw ice with a windshield deicer and do not use an ice scraper Windows Clean the inside and outside surfaces of the windows and the mirrors with ...

Page 227: ...ll door handles or window frames with copious quantities of water and a shampoo additive especially when roads are treated with deicing salt For additional treatment use a chrome polish Light alloy wheels For technical reasons dust is generated during braking that is deposited on the light alloy wheels Remove the dust regularly using acid free rim cleaner Do not use aggressive acidic strongly alka...

Page 228: ...wood parts Clean fine wood trim and fine wood parts with a damp cloth Wipe dry with a soft cloth Safety belts Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and thus have a negative impact on safety Do not clean chemically as this may destroy the webbing Interior sensors cameras To clean interior sensors and cameras e g of the High beam Assistant use a lint free cloth moistened with glass cleaner Dis...

Page 229: ...mer in question otherwise short circuits could result To avoid possible injury or equip ment damage when replacing bulbs observe any instructions provided by the bulb manufac turer If the routine for changing a particular bulb is not described here please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor respondingly trained personnel Light emitting diode...

Page 230: ...rse order Halogen headlamps Halogen low beams and high beams H7 bulb 55 watts Always wear gloves and eye protection the atmosphere within the H7 bulb is pressurized Otherwise there is a risk of injury if the bulb is damaged The figure shows the right hand headlamp 1 High beams 2 Low beam headlamps 1 Remove the headlamp cover 2 Disconnect the plug from the lamp 3 Push the wire bracket to the side o...

Page 231: ...Slide the bulb out of the holder and pull off the connector 4 Replace the bulb and attach the connector 5 Insert the bulb holder and turn it all the way in the opposite direction 6 Attach the headlamp cover Turn signals front PY21W bulb 21 watts The turn signal bulb can be changed via a cover in the wheel arch 1 Turn the respective wheel inwards 2 Using a coin turn both locks of the cover all the ...

Page 232: ...W bulb 21 watts Brake Force Display lamp H21W bulb 21 watts 1 Inner brake lamp tail lamp 2 Outer brake lamp parking tail lamp 3 Reflector 4 Lateral reflector 5 Turn signal 6 Backup lamp 7 Brake Force Display lamp tail lamp Tail lamps with xenon headlamps Turn signal PY21W bulb 21 watts Backup lamp W16W bulb 16 watts Brake lamps P21W bulb 21 watts Brake Force Display lamp H21W bulb 21 watts 1 Roads...

Page 233: ...the left for removal and replacement 4 Backup lamp pull the bulb out of the socket and replace it 5 Attach the bulb holder and let it snap into place 6 Reattach the cover License plate lamps center brake lamp and parking tail lamp These lamps use LED technology for operation In the event of a malfunction please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures wit...

Page 234: ...torage Always secure the battery against tipping over during trans port Power failure After a temporary power loss the functioning of some equipment may be limited and require reinitialization Individual settings may likewise have been lost and will have to be programmed Time and date These values must be updated refer to page 76 Radio In some cases stations may have to be stored again refer to pa...

Page 235: ...gage the glove compartment by pressing on both tabs arrows 2 and fold it down Plastic tweezers are located on the distributor box Information on fuse assignment can be found next to the distributor box Spare fuses are available from your BMW cen ter After replacing a fuse press the glove compart ment upward until it engages and reattach the damper Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 B...

Page 236: ...red If the circumstances allow remain in the vehicle until the voice contact has been established The LED flashes when the connection to the BMW Assist Response Center has been established Once the BMW Assist Response Center has received your Emergency Request the BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you Even if you are unable to respond the BMW Assist Response C...

Page 237: ...ow ing sequence both to prevent damage to one or both vehicles and to guard against possible personal injuries Preparation 1 Check whether the battery of the other vehicle has a voltage of 12 volts and approximately the same capacitance in Ah This information can be found on the bat tery 2 Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi cle 3 Switch off any consumers in both vehicles There must not be...

Page 238: ...es run for a few minutes 4 Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing the above connecting sequence If necessary have the battery checked and recharged Never use spray fluids to start the engine Tow starting towing away Observe the applicable laws and regula tions for tow starting and towing vehi cles Do not transport any passengers other than the driver in a vehicle that is being towed Using a tow...

Page 239: ...he parking lock manually refer to page 65 When towing do not exceed a maximum speed of 30 mph or 50 km h and a maxi mum distance traveled of 30 miles 50 km oth erwise the transmission may be damaged BMW recommends transporting the vehicle on a tow truck with a flatbed or towing with the rear axle raised Towing methods Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or body and chassis parts otherwise dam...

Page 240: ...rted when the engine is cold vehicles with an automatic transmission or Sport automatic transmission with double clutch cannot be tow started at all 1 Switch on the hazard warning flashers comply with local regulations 2 Switch on the ignition refer to page 57 3 Shift into 3rd gear 4 Have the vehicle tow started with the clutch completely depressed and then slowly release the clutch After the engi...

Page 241: ...ility 239 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

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Page 243: ...This chapter contains technical data short commands for the voice activation system and an index that will help you find information most quickly Reference Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 244: ...6 181 8 2 979 Number of cylinders 6 6 Maximum power output hp 230 300 at engine speed rpm 6 500 5 800 Maximum torque lb ft Nm 200 270 300 407 at engine speed rpm 2 750 1 300 5 000 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 245: ...vigation Entertainment Mobility Dimensions Coupe All dimensions given in inches mm Smallest turning circle dia 35 1 ft 10 7 m 135i height 55 4 in 1 408 mm Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 246: ...ertible All dimensions given in inches mm Smallest turning circle dia 35 1 ft 10 7 m 135i height 54 8 in 1 392 mm Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 247: ...1 040 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 165 75 165 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft liters 13 1 370 13 1 370 128i 135i Approved gross weight with manual transmission lbs kg 4 398 1 995 4 541 2 060 with automatic transmission lbs kg 4 475 2 030 Sport automatic transmission with double clutch lbs kg 4 608 2 090 Load lbs kg 750 340 750 340 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 050 930 2 161 980 Approved rea...

Page 248: ...grade page 207 including reserve of US gal liters approx 2 1 8 0 Window washer system For more details page 68 including headlamp washers US quarts liters approx 6 3 6 0 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 249: ...pening a music collection Music collection Opening the tone control Tone Opening the settings Settings Accessing the onboard computer Onboard info Opening the contacts Contacts Displaying the phone book Phonebook Opening services Assist Opening BMW Assist B M W Assist Accessing ConnectedDrive Connected Drive Opening the home address Home address Opening destination entry Enter address Opening dest...

Page 250: ...n Playing back a music collection Music collection on Playing back the most frequently played tracks Top fifty Function Command Opening external devices External devices Accessing Bluetooth devices Bluetooth AUX front AUX Function Command Opening the tone control Tone Function Command Selecting a station directly Station e g National Public Radio Calling up the radio Radio Calling up an FM station...

Page 251: ...e stored stations Presets Choosing a stored station Select preset Selecting a stored station Preset e g stored station 2 Function Command Dialing a phone number Dial number Opening the Telephone menu Telephone Displaying phone book Phonebook Redialing Redial Displaying accepted calls Received calls Displaying the list of messages Messages Displaying Bluetooth devices Bluetooth Function Command Ope...

Page 252: ...rting destination guidance Start guidance Ending destination guidance Stop guidance Opening the home address Home address Opening the route criteria Route preference Opening the route Route information Switching on the voice instructions Switch on voice instructions Repeating a voice instruction Repeat voice instructions Switching off the voice instructions Switch off voice instructions Displaying...

Page 253: ...ent position Split screen current position Split screen map facing north Split screen map facing north Split screen direction of travel Split screen map in direction of travel Split screen perspective Split screen perspective Automatically scaling the split screen Split screen automatic scaling Expanded intersection zoom on the split screen Splitscreen Exit ramp view Split screen scale meters Spli...

Page 254: ...vehicle status Vehicle status Function Command Opening the main menu Main menu Opening the settings Settings Opening the options Options Settings on the Control Display Control display Opening the time and date settings Time and date Opening the language and unit settings Language and units Opening the speed limit settings Speed Opening the light settings Lighting Opening the door lock settings Do...

Page 255: ...erence 253 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 606 818 03 11 BMW AG ...

Page 256: ...ts refer to Calendar 193 Approved axle loads refer to Weights 245 Approved engine oils 219 Approved gross vehicle weight refer to Weights 245 Apps 202 Armrest refer to Center armrest 108 Arrival time computer 72 Ashtray 109 Assistance systems refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC 83 AUC Automatic recirculated air control 101 Audible instructions refer to Voice instructions 136 Audio 144 controls ...

Page 257: ...eaking in 116 parking brake 59 service requirements 74 Brake system 116 BMW Maintenance System 221 breaking in 116 disc brakes 118 Breakdown services refer to Roadside Assistance 234 Breaking in the clutch 116 Break in period 116 Bulb changing refer to Lamps and bulbs 227 Button for starting the engine 57 Buttons on the steering wheel 11 C Calendar 193 displaying appointment 193 selecting calendar...

Page 258: ...int systems 54 Child seats 54 Chrome parts 225 Chrome polish 225 Cigarette lighter 109 Cleaning headlamps 67 washer fluid 68 Cleaning your BMW refer to Care 223 Climate control automatic air distribution 100 Clock 70 12h 24h mode 77 setting the time and date 77 setting time 76 Closing from inside 32 from outside 29 Clothes hooks 108 Cold start refer to Starting the engine 58 Comfort Access 35 repl...

Page 259: ...29 Destination for navigation entering by voice 131 entering via map 130 entry 125 home address 128 manual entry 125 Destination guidance 134 bypassing a route section 135 changing specified route 134 continuing 134 starting 134 voice instructions 136 volume of voice instructions 136 Differential breaking in 116 Digital clock 70 76 Digital compass 106 Digital radio refer to HD Radio 148 Dimensions...

Page 260: ...dditives 219 alternative oil types 219 approved engine oils 219 BMW Maintenance System 221 checking level 217 intervals between changes refer to Service requirements 74 Engine oil level checking 217 Engine output refer to Engine data 242 Engine speed refer to Engine data 242 Engine starting refer to Starting the engine 58 Entering the postal code for navigation 126 Entry map for destination 130 Eq...

Page 261: ... closing 32 convenient opening and closing with Comfort Access 36 opening closing 39 pinch protection system 39 remote control 30 tilting 39 Glove compartment 107 GPS navigation refer to Navigation system 124 Grills refer to Air vents 99 Gross vehicle weight refer to Weights 245 H Halogen lamps replacing bulbs 228 Handbrake refer to Parking brake 59 Hands free system 184 Hands free system refer to...

Page 262: ...ittent mode of the wipers 67 Intersection entering navigation 126 iPod connecting refer to AUX IN port 166 iPod connecting refer to USB audio interface 166 J Jacking points 232 Jets refer to Air vents 99 Jets refer to Window washer nozzles 68 Joystick refer to iDrive 16 Jumpering refer to Jump starting 235 Jump starting 235 K Key refer to Integrated key remote control 28 Keyless go refer to Comfor...

Page 263: ...tic climate control 102 Microphone for telephone 14 Mirror dimming feature 52 Mirrors 51 automatic curb monitor 52 exterior mirrors 51 heating 52 interior rearview mirror 52 Mobile phone adjusting volume 180 connecting refer to Mobile phone pairing 176 operation 180 pairing 176 suitable mobile phones 176 unpairing 179 What to do if 179 Mobile phone installation location refer to Center armrest 108...

Page 264: ...ntation menu refer to Start menu 17 Outlets refer to Ventilation 102 Output refer to Engine data 242 Outside temperature display 70 changing unit of measure 74 in computer 74 Outside temperature warning 70 Overriding selector lever lock 61 Overview radio control 144 P Paintwork care 225 Park assistant refer to Park Distance Control 82 Park Distance Control PDC 82 Parked car ventilation 102 presele...

Page 265: ...placing bulbs refer to Lamps and bulbs 227 Replacing tires refer to New wheels and tires 214 Reporting safety defects 7 Reserve warning refer to Fuel gauge 71 Reservoir for washer systems 68 Reset refer to Resetting tone settings 146 Restraint systems refer to Safety belts 50 Restraint systems for children 54 Retreaded tires 214 Reverse CD changer 157 CD player 157 Reverse gear 63 automatic transm...

Page 266: ...ptronic 61 Shift into a drive position refer to selector lever positions 62 Shiftlock refer to Changing selector lever positions 60 Shift paddles on the steering wheel 64 Short commands for the voice activation system 247 Short route in navigation refer to Selecting route 134 Shuffled refer to Random CD changer 156 CD player 156 Side airbags 90 Side windows refer to Windows 37 Signal horn refer to...

Page 267: ... Surround 145 SVCD 157 SW waveband 147 Switches refer to Cockpit 10 Switching off engine 58 Switching off the engine Start Stop button 57 Switching on audio 144 CD changer 144 CD player 144 radio 144 Switching the cooling function on and off 101 Switch on times of parked car ventilation preselecting 103 Symbols 4 status information 19 T Tachometer 70 Tailgate refer to Trunk lid 33 Tail lamp refer ...

Page 268: ... refer to Route bypassing segments 135 Transmission 7 gear Sport automatic transmission with double clutch 62 automatic transmission with Steptronic 59 idle position 63 Launch Control 66 manually unlocking parking lock 65 manual transmission 59 reverse gear 63 Transporting children safely 54 Transport securing devices refer to Securing cargo 120 Treaddepth refer toMinimum tire tread 213 Trip delet...

Page 269: ... content of the reservoir 68 Washer fluid filler neck 68 Waste tray refer to Ashtray 109 Water on roads refer to Driving through water 118 Water penetration 223 224 Waveband with the radio 147 Wear indicators in tires refer to Minimum tread depth 213 Weights 245 Welcome lamps 94 Wheelbase refer to Dimensions 243 Wheels new 214 Wheels and tires 208 Width refer to Dimensions 243 Wind deflector 43 Wi...

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